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Our History LOCALLY GROWN, INTERNATIONALLY KNOWN

espite its worldwide reputation his rightful place in the region’s business business force in his own right. Together, gift was service. “He loved taking care of
as a resort community, Pawleys community. He established the famous their joint accomplishments improved the other people,” she says. “Those who didn’t
D Island and neighboring areas are Pawleys Island Hammock Company and community in countless ways. know him might call him a workaholic, but
more beloved than merely famous. The was involved in launching dozens of Charles Cooper, described by one he wasn’t. He loved his work over any hobby
places and spaces Lachicotte represents thriving real estate communities, retail contemporary as “a gentle man of great and always let his kids tag along to witness
include serpentine creeks, marshes establishments and golf courses all along integrity,” was a pharmacist by trade. He him in action … He believed the only way
stretching to skylines, beautiful beaches, the Grand Strand. In 1991, he founded the established several pharmacies in SC and to predict the future was to create it, and
age-old rivers, shadowy swamps and eponymously named real estate venture, The beyond, including the one at Georgetown he believed making a difference in local
maritime forests. A history so rich it’s Lachicotte Company. Hospital. Ultimately, his vision and drive communities was deeply important. He
palpable, as well as world-class golf reminded us of this often.”
courses, fine dining, incomparable Today, that company remains as well acquainted as ever with And so, as always intended, an
shopping, eco-adventures are among the the region’s history and beauty, and every agent and staff member indisputable sense of family and community
many reasons visitors fall in love with takes satisfaction in delivering it to the clients they serve. continues to define Lachicotte’s company
and return to; this is not merely a place to culture. That won’t change. The company
enjoy and head home. Of central importance is that a new led him into development and finance Doc Lachicotte built is now in the hands
The Lachicotte (pronounced “LASH- crop of community leaders – four seasoned when he began building nursing homes, of a new generation who vow to continue
cot”) surname is deeply rooted in Pawleys siblings of a local family as respected as hospices and other healthcare facilities. to honor the company’s beginnings while
Island. It harkens at least to the 1700s when the Lachicottes – have taken the reins, and He loved all of it, and many awards and keeping a firm eye on the future. Strict
rice cultivation was central to the family’s The Lachicotte Company is headed for recognitions give evidence to the range of adherence to the principles of hard work,
success. Fast forward to the 1930s when new heights. Patriarch of the new owners his professional passions. integrity and treating both staff members
Arthur Herbert Lachicotte – known simply was Charles F. Cooper, a great friend and Daughter Christy Whitlock recognizes and clients as family is a cornerstone that
as “Doc” Lachicotte in these parts – took business collaborator of Doc’s. He was a it as a natural progression for a man whose will serve them well, as it always has.